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Last updated: July 27, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Smartphone Battery Upgrades and New Models Surface

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra are rumored to feature significant battery capacity increases, with leaks suggesting boosts that users have long desired. In other battery news, Oppo has officially confirmed the A7 Pro Max, boasting its largest battery ever at 10,000 mAh officially confirmed, while the Poco M8 Power is set to debut next week with an 8,000mAh battery set to debut. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 17 series global pricing has leaked, following its China launch and upcoming India release.

Apple and Google Push Software Updates and New Features

Apple has released iOS 26.6 and iPad OS 26.6, which include a substantial 78 security fixes recommended for immediate installation released updates. Alongside these, mac OS 26.6 and other Apple software updates are also available, primarily addressing security vulnerabilities. Google is reportedly working on a feature that would allow Pixel phones to unlock Pixel Watches, reversing the current functionality allow unlocking. Additionally, a leak suggests Google's Gemini may introduce "tuning" for personalized proactive assistance on Android devices suggests tuning.

Emerging Tech and Industry Announcements

NVIDIA has launched the "Open Secure AI Alliance" initiative, bringing together major tech companies to enhance cybersecurity defenses launched initiative. Amazon's Leo subsidiary is planning to deploy an additional 5,105 satellites for its direct-to-mobile service, having already launched over 390 deploying satellites. Samsung is hinting at a "reasonable" premium price point for its upcoming Galaxy Glasses smart glasses hinting at pricing. In other news, X Money is beginning a limited rollout in the US, exclusively for Premium and Premium X subscribers limited rollout.

Rumors and Speculation Around Upcoming Devices

The One Plus 16 is reportedly targeting an October launch, with a new leak revising the previously suggested September timeframe. However, the device's biggest challenge might be limited official global availability. Honor is set to unveil its Robot Phone on August 12, with an unboxing video already leaking ahead of the event. Samsung's rumored 2027 Tri-Fold device may finally see a mainstream release with wider availability and a focus on accessibility. Apple is rumored to unveil its first smart glasses in June 2027, with a commercial launch following later in the year.

Component and Platform Updates

Media Tek is expected to release the Dimensity 9600 SoC with three potential variants, reportedly inspired by Apple's chip designs revealed variants. Qualcomm's chip prices are increasing, which is anticipated to lead to higher smartphone costs for consumers. Spotify is currently experiencing another significant service outage experiencing outage. Xbox services are down, impacting users' ability to play even disc-based games.

Other Notable Tech News

Meta AI is now accessible via direct messages on Threads, expanding its availability across Meta's platforms can DM. YouTube Premium subscribers will soon receive ad-supported Peacock at no additional cost starting early next year. The Boox Picco, an even smaller e-reader designed for portability, is nearing its debut. Nike has introduced new Hyperslides that utilize heat and vibration to aid post-workout recovery. A new report indicates that the Apple Watch SE 3 is priced lower due to the omission of certain features found in other models.